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Cefective Benefits & Uses

Cefective is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Other Benefits

Cefective Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Bronchitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Pneumonia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Tonsillitis Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cefective Related Warnings

Is the use of Cefective safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Cefective.

Mild
Is the use of Cefective safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Cefective. If you see any side effects, stop taking Cefective immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Cefective again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefective on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Cefective. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefective on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Cefective. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cefective on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Cefective on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cefective with Other Drugs

Cefective should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Cholera Vaccine

Moderate

Warfarin

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Ampicillin,Probenecid

Cimetidine

Ethinyl Estradiol

Esomeprazole

Cefective Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cefective unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Pseudomonas Infections
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Ulcerative Colitis

Frequently asked Questions about Cefective

Is this Cefective habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cefective.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Cefective as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Cefective is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Cefective is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Cefective Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cefective

Taking Cefective with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cefective

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cefective with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cefective

Question over 5 years ago

Does Cefective cause liver toxicity?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefective can cause liver toxicity if taken in higher doses for a long time. You are advised to get regular liver function tests done to keep a check on proper liver functioning while taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I use Cefective to treat pneumonia?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, you can use Cefective to treat pneumonia. It effectively relieves pneumonia, especially in children. Treatment can vary from patient to patient, so you must consult your doctor before consuming this medicine for pneumonia.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cefective help in preventing cold?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Cefective does not help in preventing cold, because common cold is a viral infection. However, the drug can help in bringing relief from symptoms of cold, if it is associated with a bacterial infection. To treat cold take ample rest, maintain proper hygiene, gargle with saline water and seek medical advice if common cold symptoms persist for more than 7-8 days.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Cefective cause neurotoxicity?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Cefective can cause neurotoxicity. It is a reversible side effect of this drug, the symptoms caused due to drug-induced neurotoxicity often disappear after this drug is stopped. However, if you experience convulsions, agitation, weakness and severe nausea do not hesitate to inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cefective used in the treatment of typhoid fever?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cefective is used to treat typhoid fever. It is a second-line treatment for typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistant to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. However, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.